3 Myths about Fat Loss
Have you noticed all of the online fitness gurus and overnight experts we're bombarded with? Have you noticed most of them are in their 20s and they are ready to tell a busy mom or menopausal woman how to lose…
[Recipe] No sugar, Whole 30 approved, salmon marinade
My friend and I are going 40 days no added sugar/alcohol for Lent so, of course, I've been looking up recipes made without sugar (well, I always look for that, but now I'm really serious!) In that honor, here's a No-Added…
Best exercises for a strong, functional core
I am pretty passionate about core training, sure I like flat abs, but I really like strong and functional abs. Without a strong core and midsection the rest of your body will take a hit. The core…
Is it motivation?
January has come and gone, and so have most people’s New Year’s Resolutions. The year usually begins with a flurry of activity … new workouts, a new diet, a fresh start. By the time February arrives, most of those who…
“Do I need to strength train?”
Women who are ready to start a fitness program always ask me: "Do I need to do strength training?" I love getting this question! "Isn't weightlifting dangerous? I don't want to get injured," they say. Lifting weights with personal coaching…
Super Shakes
Today, I wanted to spend some time on Super Shakes. I know you are super busy and sometimes miss a meal so drinking a super shake makes it easy to keep the habit of getting protein (and other good…
3 things that won’t change
I’ll admit that there have been a few changes in the past year, but these three things won’t: -- Self-Care is Non-Negotiable: Many women burn themselves out taking care of everyone. It’s natural to for us to take care of…
Food and Mood, part I
You’ve heard it before, “You are what you eat.” AND, you also feel what you eat. Research has shown that food affects our moods. The food you consume has a profound impact on your overall health, including mood, stress level,…
When you are feeling badly about feeling fat
Oooh, gosh, there is that taboo word "Fat." caption for image I have mixed thought about this quote, but I do like that it reminds us that fat is just one type of tissue that your body is made up…
